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Community Organisations RSS Feed from ABC Western Queensland2018, Australian Broadcasting Corporationen-au15Thu, 25 Jan 2018 07:34:00 +1100Best of Back Roads: Celebrating Australia in remote parts of our countryhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2018-01-25/what-it-means-to-celebrate-remote-australians-best-of-back-roads/9359274?source=rss
While there more than half a million Australians living in remote or very remote areas, each town brings something unique with a lot of heart.Thu, 25 Jan 2018 07:34:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201801\4794134.xmlABC Western QueenslandfarnorthwestqldeyregoulburnmurraygreatsouthernCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Multiculturalism:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Religion and Beliefs:AllHealth:Hair:AllRural:All:AllRural:Farm Labour:AllRural:Rural Media:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllScience and Technology:All:AllScience and Technology:Archaeology:AllScience and Technology:Astronomy (Space):AllScience and Technology:Dinosaurs:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:Innisfail 4860Australia:QLD:Winton 4735Australia:SA:Ceduna 5690Australia:VIC:Corryong 3707Australia:WA:Katanning 6317David Elliot with bonesDavid Elliot with bonesBack Roads: Supplied: Back Roads: SuppliedRemote Queensland trainsRemote Queensland trainsBack Roads: Ron Ekkel / Campbell Miler ACS: Back Roads: Ron Ekkel / Campbell Miler ACSHairdressers Lyn Westbury and Fil Stewart drive to remote and isolated areas of Queensland to cut haBack Roads presenter shares the best of Back Roads by celebrating Australia.Back Roads: Ron Ekkel / Campbell Miller ACS-26.000 134.500Channel Country Ladies Day sees hundreds flood to outback ghost town of Betootahttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-11-05/channel-country-ladies-day-ghost-town-betoota/7995550?source=rss
The population of Australia's smallest town increases from zero to 200 for the fifth annual Channel Country Ladies day.Sat, 05 Nov 2016 12:08:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201611\4569717.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Women's Health:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:All:AllRural:Rural Women:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Birdsville 4482Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Betoota race clubBetoota race clubABC Western Queensland: Elly Bradfield: ABC Western Queensland: Elly Bradfield-25.9005 139.3522Barcoo Independent's sole reporter run off her feet at busy outback Queensland newspaperhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-09-25/barcoo-independent-newspaper-future/7849332?source=rss
Print media around the world is facing difficult times but a tiny newspaper in Queensland's outback is going from strength to strength.Sun, 25 Sep 2016 09:55:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201609\4545161.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllInformation and Communication:Print Media:AllAustralia:QLD:Blackall 4472Bronwyn WheatcroftBronwyn WheatcroftABC Western Qld: Blythe Moore: ABC Western Qld: Blythe Moore-24.4248 145.4619Future looks bright for tiny outback Qld newspaper following closure concernshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-08-23/barcoo-independent-lives-on--with-community-help/7778242?source=rss
Locals in the outback Queensland town of Blackall have banded together and raised enough money to save their small independent newspaper from closing.Tue, 23 Aug 2016 17:49:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201608\4525264.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllInformation and Communication:Print Media:AllAustralia:QLD:Blackall 4472Barcoo IndependentBarcoo IndependentABC Western Qld: Blythe Moore: ABC Western Qld: Blythe Moore-24.4248 145.4619Pop-up cinema brings drought-stricken communities together in western Queenslandhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-07-04/pop-up-cinema-gives-graziers-break-from-drought/7567896?source=rss
An outback Queensland Rotary club travels hundreds of kilometres with a pop-up movie trailer to support communities in drought.Thu, 14 Jul 2016 10:08:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201607\4494366.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldgoulburnmurrayArts and Entertainment:All:AllArts and Entertainment:Film (Movies):AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllDisasters and Accidents:Drought:AllHealth:Mental Health:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Clubs and Associations:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Morella 4730Australia:VIC:Wodonga 3690Morella QCWAMorella QCWAABC Western Qld: Blythe Moore: ABC Western Qld: Blythe Moore-23.4445 144.2475Yaraka school opens its doors after seven-year absencehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2016-01-22/yaraka-students-back-in-the-classroom-after-seven-year-absence/7107306?source=rss
For the first time since 2009 students will again study in the old Yaraka school building, in outback Queensland.Fri, 22 Jan 2016 12:18:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201601\4392912.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllEducation:Access To Education:AllEducation:Schools:Primary SchoolsAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Yaraka 4702Sydney and Jordyn Carter with Hayley GimblettSydney and Jordyn Carter with Hayley GimblettSupplied: Gerry Gimblett: Supplied: Gerry Gimblett-24.8843 144.0737Salvation Army's Flying Padre brings holiday spirit and Christmas presents to outback Queenslandhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-20/salvation-army-flying-padre-bring-christmas-outback-queensland/7041070?source=rss
Rural chaplains from the Salvation Army's Flying Padre are travelling to communities in Queensland's north-west, bringing presents and sharing the holiday spirit.Sun, 20 Dec 2015 11:37:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201512\4376033.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestfarnorthCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:QLD:Bedourie 4829Australia:QLD:Burketown 4830Australia:QLD:Doomadgee 4830Australia:QLD:Georgetown 4871Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Mount Surprise 4871Urandangi boy shows off his Christmas presentUrandangi boy shows off his Christmas presentABC News: Craig Berkman: ABC News: Craig Berkman-20.7287 139.4897Outback children forge friendships through fitnesshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-12-04/outback-kids-forge-friendships-at-charters-towers-fitness-camp/6998520?source=rss
Children from outback and remote properties across north-west Queensland have gathered in Charters Towers for the annual Fit for Rural Futures sports camp.Fri, 04 Dec 2015 13:04:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201512\4366014.xmlABC Western QueenslandnorthqldwestqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllHealth:Exercise and Fitness:AllRural:Community Development:AllSport:All:AllAustralia:QLD:Charters Towers 4820Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Fit for Life archeryFit for Life archerySupplied: Supplied-20.0739 146.261Longreach Freemasons disband after more than 120 years due to falling membershiphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-10-20/freemasons-call-it-a-day-in-longreach/6868428?source=rss
Freemasonry in the western Queensland town of Longreach has come to an end after more than 120 years.Tue, 20 Oct 2015 12:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201510\4335148.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825The Masonic Lodge in Longreach in western Queensland. Taken June 2015The Masonic Lodge in Longreach in western Queensland. Taken June 2015ABC: Blythe Moore: ABC: Blythe Moore-23.4445 144.2475Thieves rob Mount Isa Fish Stocking Group of raffle prize, cash, as donation saves dayhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-07-27/thieves-target-mount-isa-community-group/6650376?source=rss
A north-west Queensland community group is appealing for help after thieves stole a car fridge and more than $300 in cash from its premises.Mon, 14 Sep 2015 17:37:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201509\4281380.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllLaw, Crime and Justice:Crime:BurglaryAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-20.7287 139.4897Ladies of Morellahttp://www.abc.net.au/landline/content/2015/s4298358.htm?source=rss
The CWA turned 70 this year but as rural populations decline many branches are struggling to survive.
Sun, 23 Aug 2015 14:37:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201508\4298358.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:All:AllRural:All:AllRural:Rural Women:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Morella 4730Ladies of MorellaLadies of MorellaLandline: LandlineLadies of MorellaThe CWA turned 70 this year but as rural populations decline many branches are struggling to survive.
Tony Eastley-26.000 134.500Mount Isa's Scouts of the Air leader Jenny Staddon retires after nearly 40 yearshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2015/06/25/4261859.htm?source=rss
For nearly 40 years Jenny Staddon OAM has brought scouting into the homes of bush kids all around outback Queensland through the Mount Isa School of the Air. This week an emotional Mrs Staddon led her final scout group over the airwaves before she retires.Thu, 25 Jun 2015 15:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4261859.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestnorthqldHuman Interest:People:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Bedourie 4829Australia:QLD:Birdsville 4482Australia:QLD:Camooweal 4828Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Jenny Staddon OAM scout leader witth Mount Isa's Scouts of the AirJenny Staddon OAM began volunteering as Mount Isa's Scouts of the Air leader in the mid 1970s.Blythe MooreABC: Blythe Moore-20.7287 139.4897Mount Isa local Pat Fennell 'honoured' to receive a Queensland Greats Awardhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2015/06/01/4246209.htm?source=rss
Mount Isa local Pat Fennell says she is overwhelmed and surprised to be named a Queensland Great for her lifetime of tireless community work.Mon, 01 Jun 2015 12:50:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201506\4246209.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewestqldnorthwestGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Livestock:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Tony McGrady, Pat Fennell and Mark FennellMount Isa Mayor Tony McGrady, Pat and Mark Fennell in 2013 at the launch of Mrs Fennell's book 'What you can do with twenty quid'. The book tells of Mrs Fennell's gamble to start life as a grazier in western Queensland when much of the region was largely undeveloped.Virginia Tapp: Virginia Tapp-20.7287 139.4897'Ag Gap' year a way to give city kids a bush experiencehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2015/05/26/4242547.htm?source=rss
Plenty of Australian school leavers take a 'gap year' at the end of year 12 and travel to the far reaches of the globe before returning home for further education or work. But a Longreach school leaver hopes that young people will instead consider taking an 'Ag Gap' year in rural Australia.Wed, 27 May 2015 09:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201505\4242547.xmlABC Western QueenslandcanberrawestqldRural:Agribusiness:Agricultural MarketingRural:Rural Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:ACT:AllAustralia:ACT:Canberra 2600Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Charlie Harris speaking at the 2015 Heywire Regional Youth SummitCharlie Harris presenting the Ag Gap idea at the 2015 Heywire Regional Youth Summit in Canberra in February. Mark Graham2015 Heywire Regional Youth Summit: Mark Graham-23.4445 144.2475Outback families battling drought get help from Queensland thoroughbred breederhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2015-02-14/thoroughbred-industry-ramps-up-appeal-families-battling-drought/6099146?source=rss
A Queensland thoroughbred breeder ramps up an appeal to raise more money for School of the Air families still battling drought.Tue, 17 Feb 2015 13:05:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201502\4180100.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestsouthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllDisasters and Accidents:Drought:AllRural:All:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Distance education student on a property near LongreachDistance education student on a property near LongreachAudience submitted: Deanne Jones: Audience submitted: Deanne Jones-23.4445 144.2475What will a dog do for a tennis ball?http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/offtrack/what-will-a-dog-do-for-a-tennis-ball3f/5855072?source=rss
Youve seen them at the airport, youve seen them with the police on the telly and now there is a crack squad of sniffer dogs at Carnarvon Station Reserve in the Brigalow Belt region of Central Queensland.
Its a Bush Heritage Australia property, with rocky hills and escarpments in abundance. Its perfect habitat for the northern quoll, but only one quoll has been sighted and that was on a camera trap some years ago.
The northern quoll is the smallest of Australias 'native cats', and is a carnivorous marsupial with a fine, intelligent face, long tail and white spots on its back. It generally weighs less that a kilogram.
It is active at night and in the daylight hours it hides away in a den hidden in rugged, rocky terrain. You could clamber right past one without knowing it was there.
As a part of the recent at Carnavon Station Reserve, it was decided that a relatively novel approach to quoll detection would be employed in the form of two cross-breed dogs with a penchant for tennis balls.
Kuna and Sparky, along with handlers Amanda and Lloyd Hancock from nearby Saddler Springs Station, arrived eager to scour the nearby hillsides for scent.
A human has about nine thousand olfactory receptors, where as a dog has over two hundred thousand. Furthermore, much more of the dogs brain is used to process olfactory information. So they beat humans with both the hardware and the software.
Will Kuna and Sparky's highly trained noses find the endangered northern quolls on the station?
And more to the point, from their perspective, will they get to play with a tennis ball today?Mon, 03 Nov 2014 11:31:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4119009.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldcapricorniaCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllEnvironment:All:AllEnvironment:Biological Diversity:AllEnvironment:Conservation:AllEnvironment:Endangered and Protected Species:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllEnvironment:Pests:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:Animals:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllHuman Interest:People:AllScience and Technology:Animals:MammalsScience and Technology:Animals:MarsupialsAustralia:QLD:Augathella 4477Australia:QLD:Emerald 4720-25.7943 146.5919What will a dog do for a tennis ball?http://www.abc.net.au/radionational/programs/offtrack/what-will-a-dog-do-for-a-tennis-ball3f/5857690?source=rss
Youve seen them at the airport, youve seen them with the police on the telly and now there is a crack squad of sniffer dogs at Carnarvon Station Reserve in the Brigalow Belt region of Central Queensland.
Its a Bush Heritage Australia property, with rocky hills and escarpments in abundance. Its perfect habitat for the northern quoll, but only one quoll has been sighted and that was on a camera trap some years ago.
The northern quoll is the smallest of Australias 'native cats', and is a carnivorous marsupial with a fine, intelligent face, long tail and white spots on its back. It generally weighs less that a kilogram.
It is active at night and in the daylight hours it hides away in a den hidden in rugged, rocky terrain. You could clamber right past one without knowing it was there.
As a part of the recent at Carnavon Station Reserve, it was decided that a relatively novel approach to quoll detection would be employed in the form of two cross-breed dogs with a penchant for tennis balls.
Kuna and Sparky, along with handlers Amanda and Lloyd Hancock from nearby Saddler Springs Station, arrived eager to scour the nearby hillsides for scent.
A human has about nine thousand olfactory receptors, where as a dog has over two hundred thousand. Furthermore, much more of the dogs brain is used to process olfactory information. So they beat humans with both the hardware and the software.
Will Kuna and Sparky's highly trained noses find the endangered northern quolls on the station?
And more to the point, from their perspective, will they get to play with a tennis ball today?Mon, 03 Nov 2014 10:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201411\4119025.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldcapricorniaCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllEnvironment:All:AllEnvironment:Biological Diversity:AllEnvironment:Conservation:AllEnvironment:Endangered and Protected Species:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllEnvironment:Pests:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:Animals:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllHuman Interest:People:AllScience and Technology:Animals:MammalsScience and Technology:Animals:MarsupialsAustralia:QLD:Augathella 4477Australia:QLD:Emerald 4720-25.7943 146.5919Barcaldine aged care facility edges closer to realityhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2014/10/24/4113914.htm?source=rss
A small outback Queensland town has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to build an aged care facility in the hope that elderly residents will not need to move away when they can no longer care for themselves. Barcaldine Aged Care Incorporated hopes to begin construction on the multi-million dollar facility as early as next year.Fri, 24 Oct 2014 11:22:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201410\4113914.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Aged Care:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Older People:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Barcaldine 4725Australia:QLD:Blackall 4472Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Garry Bettiens from Barcaldine looks over aged care plans, October 23, 2014Garry Bettiens looks over plans for an aged care facility in Barcaldine. Blythe MooreABC: Blythe Moore-23.5545 145.2843Outback Queensland town proposes Muttaburrasaurus dinosaur centre to meet growing tourism demandhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-10-03/outback-qld-town-plans-muttaburrasaurus-dino-centre/5790236?source=rss
The tiny community of Muttaburra in central-west Queensland has unveiled plans for a new facility to capitalise on growing interest in dinosaur history.Tue, 07 Oct 2014 11:07:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201410\4101731.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Community Development:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllScience and Technology:Dinosaurs:AllScience and Technology:Dinosaurs:FossilsAustralia:QLD:Barcaldine 4725Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Muttaburra 4732Muttaburrasaurus interpretation centre planMuttaburrasaurus interpretation centre planSupplied: Barcaldine Regional Council: Supplied: Barcaldine Regional Council-22.5953 144.5476Half a century of service to outback townhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2014/09/29/4096670.htm?source=rss
Joan Byrne has been an integral part of the Jericho community for more than 50 years. At 85 years of age she is still volunteering for any local group that needs her service and says tolerance is the key to a happy life in a small bush town.Tue, 30 Sep 2014 09:15:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201409\4096670.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldcapricorniaHuman Interest:People:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Jericho 4728Australia:QLD:Yeppoon 4703Volunteeting enthusiast Joan Byrne in Jericho, western Queensland85-year-old Joan Byrne has volunteered for countless community groups in Jericho since the 1960s. Blythe MooreABC: Blythe Moore-23.6000 146.1167Outback Qld CWA halls sustainable... for nowhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2014/06/26/4033481.htm?source=rss
The Queensland Country Women's Association (QCWA) this week announced several branches in the state are set to sell their halls due to upkeep costs. QCWA Warrego division president Delma Quinn says she's concerned south-west Queensland halls could eventually follow suit.Thu, 26 Jun 2014 11:34:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201406\4033481.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldcapricorniaCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Augathella 4477Australia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Eromanga 4480Australia:QLD:Quilpie 4480Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Classic CWA fare at the Katherine open day, scones and tea.QCWA Warrego division president Delma Quinn says the organisation is still regularly called on for catering at outback events.Steven SchubertABC Rural: Steven SchubertQueensland city families pitch in to bake sweet relief for drought-affected farmershttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-22/queensland-families-bake-sweet-relief-for-farmers-in-drought/5338686?source=rss
Queensland's farmers have been finding some unexpectedly tasty drought relief in their mail boxes thanks to the generosity of city families.Sun, 23 Mar 2014 14:01:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3969395.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllDisasters and Accidents:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:Drought:AllRural:All:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Muttaburra 4732Australia:QLD:Stonehenge 4730Baked with loveBaked with loveABC News: Pip Courtney: ABC News: Pip CourtneyKitchen KindnessOrganisers of Queensland's Baked Relief drought drive used some new ingredients to encourage Brisbane home cooks to show some of fashioned generosity to farmers in need, with surprising results.Pip Courtney-28.07607 153.414073Cloncurry counts down to Curry Day celebrationshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-03-14/cloncurry-counts-down-to-curry-day-celebrations/5320478?source=rss
New residents will be welcomed to the north-west Queensland town of Cloncurry this Sunday at the annual Curry Day.Fri, 14 Mar 2014 10:41:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201403\3963268.xmlABC Western QueenslandnorthwestwestqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Cloncurry 4824Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-20.7055 140.5092A bit of green grass but no grass greens at Torrens Creek Golf Clubhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2014/02/20/3949016.htm?source=rss
Recent rain won't change sand greens to grass at north-west Queensland's tightest golf course.Fri, 21 Feb 2014 15:19:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201402\3949016.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestnorthqldDisasters and Accidents:Drought:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllRural:Community Development:AllSport:Golf:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Torrens Creek 4816Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810The course has greens made from sand soaked in sump oil (EPA approved assures the club).The course has greens made from sand soaked in sump oil (EPA approved assures the club).
Ian says it makes the course more resilient in dry times.Michael BromageABC : Michael BromageThe club has members form more than 100kms away. The club is currently 24 members strong which is nearly twice the population of the Torrens Creek township. Locals Ian Hanaghan, Barry Mead and Peter Norecks.Bromage Fernbach ABC : Bromage Fernbach The devils kitchen Regular players Barry Mead and Peter Norecks at hole 6 - the Devil's Kitchen. 'You have virtually got to hit down the centre all the way, keep the trees out of play,' says Barry. Nathalie Fernbach ABC : Nathalie Fernbach Recent rains have brought a little grass back to the course Despite recent rains freshening up the course Barry says there are no plans to make the move to grass greens.
'It will be a long time before we have to mow.'
Bromage FernbachABC : Bromage FernbachHole 1 - Round the Bend. Hole 1 - Round the Bend. While the course has a sense of humour it is also quite challenging with roaming roos, termite mounds and plenty of trees. 'We are classed as the tightest course in the north west because of the trees,' says Barry. Michael Bromage ABC : Michael Bromage -20.7667 145.0167City slickers' baked goodies head westhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2014-02-15/city-slickers-baked-goodies-head-west/5262570?source=rss
Sat, 15 Feb 2014 21:01:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201402\3945658.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewestqldsouthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllDisasters and Accidents:Drought:AllHuman Interest:All:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Quilpie 4480Australia:QLD:St George 4487City slickers' baked goodies head westCity slickers' baked goodies head west7pm TV News QLD: 7pm TV News QLDCity slickers' baked goodies head westBoxes of home-baked goodies, along with personalised messages, are being sent to drought-stricken Qld farmers.Kristina Harazim-27.4698 153.024Qld teens more worried about 'hat hair' than the risk of skin cancerhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-12-18/qld-teens-more-worried-about-hat-hair-than-skin-cancer/5163604?source=rss
The Queensland Cancer Council says teenagers across the state are ignoring warnings about sun exposure and skin cancer.Wed, 18 Dec 2013 12:15:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201312\3913761.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Skin CancerAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Gold CoastGold CoastAAP: Tony Phillips: AAP: Tony Phillips-27.4698 153.024Breathing new life into small hallshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/12/13/3911250.htm?source=rss
Town halls were once the heart of small communities. Now many are frequently used or have fallen into disrepair. Woodford Folk Festival is trying to change that with its 'Festival of Small Halls'.Fri, 13 Dec 2013 13:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201312\3911250.xmlABC Western QueenslandnorthcoastwestqldsunshineArts and Entertainment:Music:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:NSW:AllAustralia:NSW:Mullumbimby 2482Australia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Barcaldine 4725Australia:QLD:Woodford 4514Festival of Small Halls, Barcaldine, December 13, 2013Jordie Lane performing at the Festival of Small Halls in Barcaldine on December 12. Bernadette Young ABC : Bernadette Young -26.9556 152.778'We were heard on George Street'http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2013/12/09/3907778.htm?source=rss
A small Queensland town has won a year-long battle to have health services returned to the community.Mon, 09 Dec 2013 10:47:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201312\3907778.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldsouthqldGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllHealth:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Augathella 4477Australia:QLD:Morven 4468Nurse swabbing mans arm genericMorven will soon have nurse-led clinic facilities Monday to Friday, ambulance services, and an emergency on-call service.
ABC: ABC-26.4169 147.112From little things, big things grow?http://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2013/11/05/3884487.htm?source=rss
Charleville Community Garden president Buck Rodgers has put out a desperate call for more people to get involved with the garden. He says since the project began about three years ago, it's been extremely difficult to keep regular members. He says while many locals feel too time-poor to become involved, it can be greatly satisfying to grow your own food.Tue, 05 Nov 2013 15:18:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201311\3884487.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldRural:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Buck Rodgers at the Charleville Communiy Garden, October 2013Charleville Community Garden president Buck Rodgers says the garden offers people an opportunity to grow their own food, and trade crops with other locals. "If everyone has their own garden bed they can look after, they can grow whatever vegies they like, swap with other people from other beds, or if they've got excess they can give it to someone who might need it." Blythe Moore ABC : Blythe Moore Unripe mulberries, Charleville Community garden, October 2013A cluster of unripe mulberries hang in the Charleville Community Garden. "Eventually we'd like to be able to show people how to prune the grapes and maybe the fruit trees and we can show them the best time to feed them... the watering patterns that need to be done. You can overwater grapes whereas you can underwater fruit trees."Blythe Moore ABC : Blythe Moore Leafy vegetables, Charleville Community Garden, October 2013 Some of the leafy vegetables growing in the garden. Silverbeet and spring onions are in plentiful supply. Blythe Moore ABC : Blythe Moore Sun sets over the crops, Charleville Community garden, October 2013 The sun sets over the crops. "Grow your own is always good, you get a feeling of satisfaction from it," Mr Rodgers says. Blythe Moore ABC : Blythe Moore -26.407 146.2416Flying doctors opens first GP clinichttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-08/flying-doctors-opens-first-gp-clinic/5008410?source=rss
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) has expanded its work and opened its first dedicated GP clinic in Queensland.Thu, 10 Oct 2013 09:57:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201310\3864361.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestsouthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350-26.407 146.2416Appeal launched as drought tightens griphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-02/appeal-launched-as-drought-tightens-grip/4993726?source=rss
A state-wide appeal has been launched to raise money for Queensland's drought-affected farmers.Thu, 03 Oct 2013 15:31:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201310\3861694.xmlABC Western QueenslandwidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllDisasters and Accidents:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:Drought:AllRural:Agribusiness:AllRural:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Emerald 4720Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Drought stricken cattle north of Julia CreekDrought stricken cattle north of Julia CreekVirginia Tapp: Virginia Tapp-28.07607 153.414073Century of scouting celebrated in outback Qldhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-09-20/century-of-scouting-celebrated-in-outback-qld/4970802?source=rss
A museum has been refurbished to mark 100 years of scouting in Longreach in central-west Queensland. Fri, 20 Sep 2013 10:43:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201309\3853023.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:History:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730-23.4445 144.2475Qld community leaders gathering for disaster summithttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-07-08/qld-community-leaders-gathering-for-disaster-summit/4805364?source=rss
Council leaders and disaster staff from across Queensland will attend a summit in Brisbane this week to debrief on the severe floods earlier this year.Mon, 08 Jul 2013 09:47:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201307\3797945.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllDisasters and Accidents:Cyclones:AllDisasters and Accidents:Fires:BushfireDisasters and Accidents:Floods:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810-27.4698 153.024Rural fire service review urges greater local autonomyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-22/rural-fire-service-review-urges-greater-local-autonomy/4644200?source=rss
Queensland Cabinet has accepted a major review of the state's Rural Fire Service (RFS).Mon, 22 Apr 2013 16:10:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201304\3742588.xmlABC Western QueenslandwidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Planning:AllDisasters and Accidents:Fires:AllGovernment and Politics:Parliament:State ParliamentGovernment and Politics:Programs and Initiatives:AllAustralia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810-23.3782 150.5106Qld Shelter says families face rising rent pressurehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-18/qld-shelter-says-families-face-rising-rent-pressure/4637674?source=rss
There has been a jump in the cost of renting larger homes in Brisbane.Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:51:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201304\3740195.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastnorthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:FamilyCommunity and Society:Homelessness:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowong 4066Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Residential housing in Gladstone in central Queensland in January 2012Residential housing in Gladstone in central Queensland in January 2012AAP Image: Dave Hunt - file photo: AAP Image: Dave Hunt - file photo-27.4698 153.024CWA throws packet cake recipes into contest mixhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-12/qld-cwa-to-allows-packet-cakes-in-competitions/4626206?source=rss
The Queensland Country Women's Association has defended its decision to allow packet cake mixes to be used in its cooking contests. Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:33:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201304\3736042.xmlABC Western QueenslandwidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllRural:Rural Women:AllAustralia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Generic of CWA cake competition winnerGeneric of CWA cake competition winnerCourtesy CWA: Courtesy CWA-24.8683 152.3459Rural crisis fund for families 'doing it tough'http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-04-10/rural-crisis-fund-for-families-doing-it-tough/4620650?source=rss
The Queensland Country Women's Association (CWA) says its rural crisis fund is available for families experiencing hardship due to floods or emerging drought conditions. Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201304\3733889.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestsouthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Welfare:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Incidents:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Planning:AllDisasters and Accidents:Floods:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350-26.407 146.2416Qld Government to review liquor licensing ruleshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-02-15/qld-government-to-review-liquor-licensing-rules/4520450?source=rss
The Queensland Government is looking to scrap pub and gambling bans on Good Friday, Anzac Day and Christmas Day, as part of a major review of the state's liquor licensing rules.Fri, 15 Feb 2013 13:10:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201302\3690991.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllEducation:Alcohol Education:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Public Sector:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810AlcoholAlcoholABC TV - file image: ABC TV - file image-27.4698 153.024Mount Isa faces doctor exodushttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-02-08/mount-isa-faces-doctor-exodus/4508208?source=rss
The Central and North-West Queensland Medicare Local says changes to a classification scheme for doctors could be leading to a massive exodus of GPs from Mount Isa. Fri, 08 Feb 2013 10:58:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201302\3686141.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:Aged Care:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal Government:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-20.7287 139.4897Fire chief says emergency radio spectrum not enoughhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-10-30/fire-chief-says-emergency-radio-spectrum-not-enough/4340810?source=rss
The head of the Queensland Fire and Rescue Service (QFRS) says the Federal Government's planned emergency services radio channel will not meet future requirements.Tue, 30 Oct 2012 11:26:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201210\3621356.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Incidents:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Planning:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllGovernment and Politics:Federal - State Issues:AllGovernment and Politics:Public Sector:AllInformation and Communication:Broadcasting:RadioInformation and Communication:Mobile Phones:AllInformation and Communication:Wireless Technology:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810-28.07607 153.414073Rural Report for Western and North West Queensland, Friday 22nd June 2012http://www.abc.net.au/rural/regions/content/201206/3530900.htm?source=rss
Fri, 22 Jun 2012 09:41:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201206\3530900.xmlABC Western QueenslandnorthwestwestqldnorthqldArts and Entertainment:Visual Art:SculptureBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportEnvironment:Mining:AllEnvironment:Pollution:Air PollutionEnvironment:Recycling and Waste Management:AllHealth:Disabilities:AllHealth:Rehabilitation:AllRural:Community Development:AllRural:Livestock:Beef CattleCommunity and Society:Carers:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Management:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AccountingBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:CopperEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllAustralia:QLD:Cloncurry 4824Australia:QLD:Jundah 4736Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Resilience in the face of adversityTom Greer overcame quadriplegia to weld sculpture, with the help of Sue Tilley.ABC RuralClaire White: ABC RuralRural Report for Western and North West Queensland, Friday 22nd June 2012Rural Report for Western and North West Queensland, Friday 22nd June 2012Virginia Tapp-20.7287 139.4897Kids hit Qld's outback for classmate's first partyhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-05-27/kids-hit-qlds-outback-for-classmates-first-party/4036154?source=rss
Mon, 28 May 2012 06:18:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201205\3512125.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllEducation:Distance Education:AllRural:Rural Youth:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Cheepie 4475Kids hit the road for outback shindigKids hit the road for outback shindig7pm TV News QLD: 7pm TV News QLDKids hit Qld's outback for classmate's first partyA group of 10-year-olds took a very long road trip to outback Queensland to help their distance education classmate blow out her candles and celebrate her first party.Kirrin McKechnie-26.6167 145.011Fun and fellowship with the Trefoil Guildhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/11/25/3376500.htm?source=rss
Girl Guides, Brownies and Scouts; many of us have been part of these clubs as kids and out west; many are involved in the activities remotely or online.
Fri, 25 Nov 2011 13:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201111\3376500.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllHuman Interest:People:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllRural:Rural Women:AllRural:Rural Youth:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Barbara and ElaineBarbara Dean and Elaine Britton, Trefoil Guild members (Guides Australia), catching up in Longreach.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia Harris-23.4445 144.2475The big bra chain growshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2011/11/15/3367017.htm?source=rss
Breast cancer came a little too close to home for Leanne Martel who's from the small south-west town of Wyandra. So she sprang into action this year to fundraise for Breast Cancer research and support organisations.
Tue, 15 Nov 2011 12:45:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201111\3367017.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldsouthqldHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Breast CancerHealth:Medical Research:AllHealth:Women's Health:AllHuman Interest:People:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Social Capital:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Wyandra 4489Colourful bras, WyandraColourful bras decorate the small town of Wyandra as part of a fundraiser for breast cancer.Kim PatersonWyandra: Kim PatersonLeanne Martel talks about Wyandra's big bra chain progress with ABC's Helen ShieldLeanne Martel talks about Wyandra's big bra chain progress with ABC's Helen ShieldHelen Shield-27.2333 145.9667Deeks and his team of New York Marathon runnershttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/11/10/3361257.htm?source=rss
Australian marathon legend Robert de Castella has been working with a team of eleven young Indigenous Australians and last week they travelled to New York to run the famous marathon.
Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201111\3361257.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Youth:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Rural Youth:AllSport:Marathon:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllSport:International Competitions:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Deeks and the 2011 marathon teamTaken in Sydney's Centennial Park just before taking off for the New York Marathon. From left: Michael Purcell, Rob de Castella, Bianca Graham, Mel Grice, Caine Schofield, Bridgette Williams, Arian Pearson, Nadine Hunt, Sam Shepherd, Nathan Sutherland and Tim Rowe.SuppliedMelanie Grice - Indigenous Marathon Project: SuppliedRobert de Castella talks about the success of his team of 11 runners in the NY MarathonRobert de Castella talks about the success of his team of 11 runners in the NY MarathonGeorgia Stynes-26.407 146.2416Celebrating SES Week out westhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/11/08/3359420.htm?source=rss
It's National SES Week! Here at ABC Western Queensland and ABC North West we're celebrating the volunteers who live with an ear on the phone and who participate in training week in and week out; just to be ready in case one of the rest of us needs them.
Tue, 08 Nov 2011 16:42:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201111\3359420.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Incidents:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Planning:AllHuman Interest:People:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730SES teamSES team, Longreach, working through a training session on knots. From left: Daniel Minchin, Karen Peters, Becki Carr and Neil Fraser.Helen ShieldABC Local: Helen ShieldBecki CarrBecki Carr, Longreach Local SES Controller, with some of the unit's equipment.Helen ShieldABC Local: Helen ShieldVolunteers from the Longreach SES Unit talking with Helen ShieldVolunteers from the Longreach SES Unit talking with Helen ShieldHelen Shield-23.4445 144.2475The next step for Landcarehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/10/13/3339055.htm?source=rss
Landcare is a national movement that started in the 1980s and brought about significant change by empowering local community groups.Thu, 13 Oct 2011 15:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201110\3339055.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldEnvironment:Conservation:AllEnvironment:Environmental Management:AllHealth:Environmental Health:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Agribusiness:Agricultural MarketingCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Environmentally Sustainable Business:AllEnvironment:Environmental Policy:AllEnvironment:Land Management:AllEnvironment:Water Management:AllAustralia:QLD:Barcaldine 4725Longreach Landcare groupFile photo: Longreach Landcare group taking action to manage weeds.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisJock Douglas talks about his ideas on the next step for LandcareJock Douglas talks about his ideas on the next step for LandcareJulia Harris-23.5545 145.2843Mayne family honoured in Tambohttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/10/10/3336264.htm?source=rss
A new sporting pavilion has been opened in Tambo and named in honour of the Mayne family who've worked for decades to promote horse sports in the district.
Tue, 11 Oct 2011 11:12:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201110\3336264.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Livestock:Equine ProductionRural:Rural Tourism:AllRural:Rural Youth:AllSport:Equestrian:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllCommunity and Society:Social Capital:AllAustralia:QLD:Tambo 4478Ray and John MayneRay and John Mayne, horse sports enthusiasts, Tambo. A new sports pavilion in Tambo was named 'Mayne Pavilion' in their honour on the weekend.Chris BallABC Local: Chris BallTambo openingTambo's new pavilion named after the Mayne family is officially opened by Mayor Jan Ross and Vaughan Johnson MP.Inge GajczakAudience contribution: Inge GajczakRay Mayne and Bobby SoxRay Mayne and Bobby Sox placed equal second in the Novice Draft at Tambo on the weekend.Susan MayneAudience: Susan MayneMayne pavilionMayne pavilion - a new sport's pavilion has just been opened and named in honour of a local family.Chris BallABC Local: Chris BallCampdraft actionCampdraft action, Tambo.Chris BallABC Local: Chris BallCampdraft competitorsCampdraft competitors line-up ready to compete at the Tambo campdraft.Chris BallABC Local: Chris BallRay Mayne talks about fond memories Tambo's prowess in polocrosse and campdraftRay Mayne talks about fond memories of Tambo's prowess in the sports of polocrosse and campdraft.Chris Ball-24.8843 146.2559Jane Williams awarded for flood relief workhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/10/05/3332792.htm?source=rss
Jane Williams has received the Individual Outstanding Achievement Award as part of the Keep Australia Beautiful (Queensland) Awards 2011.
Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:37:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201110\3332792.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldDisasters and Accidents:Floods:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllHuman Interest:Awards and Prizes:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Rural Women:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllAustralia:QLD:Jericho 4728Jane WilliamsJane Williams is a recipient of the Individual Outstanding Achievement Award for her work as nurse and community volunteer during the summer floods in Jericho.Helen SearlesAudience contribution: Helen SearlesJane Williams talks to ABC's Steve Austin about the Jericho floodsJane Williams talks to ABC's Steve Austin about the Jericho floodsSteve Austin-23.6000 146.1167Racing to Jundah for an outback Oktoberfesthttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2011/10/03/3331213.htm?source=rss
The small outback Queensland town of Jundah is excelling at drawing a crowd to a weekend of unique outback entertainment.
Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:54:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201110\3331213.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldArts and Entertainment:Events:Carnivals and FestivalsHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllRural:Rural Youth:AllSport:Horse Racing:AllSport:Sports Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllAustralia:QLD:Jundah 4736Enjoying the OktoberfestEnjoying the OktoberfestDanny KennedyABC Local: Danny KennedyWillkommen in JundahThe whole town gets into the German-theme... road signs and all!Danny KennedyABC Local: Danny KennedyOktoberfest chicken danceOktoberfest chicken dance?Danny KennedyABC Local: Danny KennedyOktoberfest raceOktoberfest Frauline race?Danny KennedyABC Local: Danny KennedyVaughan Johnson, Qld MPVaughan Johnson, Member for Gregory, enjoying the festivities at the Jundah Oktoberfest.Danny KennedyABC Local: Danny KennedyEnjoying a German-style feastEnjoying a German-style feast at Jundah.Danny KennedyABC Local: Danny KennedyEnjoying a German flavour in JundahEnjoying a German flavour in JundahDanny KennedyABC Local: Danny KennedyAngelic sheepAngelic sheep ready to race at Jundah's Oktoberfest.Danny KennedyABC Local: Danny KennedyEnjoying the Oktoberfest celebrationsEnjoying the Oktoberfest celebrations in German style.Danny KennedyABC Local: Danny KennedyDanny Kennedy catches up with some visitors at Jundah's OktoberfestDanny Kennedy catches up with some visitors at Jundah's OktoberfestDanny Kennedy-24.8313 143.0584Barcaldine hosts the 10th Westech Field Dayshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/09/16/3319803.htm?source=rss
Over the past 28 years the Westech Field Days have grown into a huge triennial affair and the town of Barcaldine now hosts over 300 exhibitors and an enthusiatic crowd of around 6,000 people over the two days.
Fri, 16 Sep 2011 18:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201109\3319803.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Agribusiness:AllRural:Agricultural Machinery:AllRural:Livestock:Beef CattleRural:Livestock:Equine ProductionRural:Livestock:Goat ProductionRural:Livestock:Sheep ProductionRural:Pasture:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllRural:Sustainable and Alternative Farming:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllRural:Agricultural Shows:AllAustralia:QLD:Barcaldine 4725Camel ridesHundreds of kids (and some bigger (adult) kids) enjoyed a camel ride at Westech.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisMachinery blokesAn old machinery/ vehicle display. Lorne Bauman (left) from the Callide -Dawson machinery preservation club and Jim Kerr from the Pioneer Valley machinery preservation club.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisMobile entertainmentMobile entertainment at Westech. The Memphis Moovers had plenty of boots scootin' on the dance floor.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisMerino ram auctionSome of the spirited bidders at the Westech multi-vendor merino ram auction.Amy PhillipsABC Rural: Amy PhillipsBarcaldine artistsA group of Barcaldine artists exhibit their work at Westech. From left: Joanne Taylor, Louise Gronold, Tara Luckhurst and Dawn Head-Rose.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisDavid Williams, snake manDavid Williams (snake handler) talks to a couple of young fans at Westech. The snake shows were rather popular will all age groups.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisMaremma pupsMaremma puppies on sale at Westech. Some sheep graziers swear by them as protectors of sheep in areas where wild dogs and foxes are a menace.Amy PhillipsABC Rural: Amy PhillipsCamel ridesCamel rides were very popular at Westech... here they're taking a quick 'coke' break.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisLadies catch up for a chatEnjoying the shopping (and a chat) at Westech... From left: Kylee Smith (Exhibitor), Diane Dowrick (RFDS nurse) and Lizzie Lynch (Westech Committee).Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisEve, the olive pythonEve, the olive python (weighing in at 12 kilos) is checking to see if the camera is a rat, while his owner (snake handler David Williams), talks on ABC radio at Westech.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisPoll merino ramsPoll merino rams on display at Westech. With buoyant sheep and wool prices the ram sales and displays at Westech attracted plenty of attention.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisABC team and Andrew CowperABC team, Amy Phillips and Danny Kennedy with Andrew Cowper (president of the Westech commitee) at Westech.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisWestech voices 2011Westech voices 2011Julia Harris-23.5545 145.2843Riding for the Black Doghttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2011/09/12/3316063.htm?source=rss
The Black Dog Ride has become an annual event to raise community awareness of depression and to support the work of the Black Dog Institute.
Mon, 12 Sep 2011 17:43:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201109\3316063.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldHealth:Diseases and Disorders:DepressionHealth:Medical Research:AllHuman Interest:People:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Black Dog ridersBlack Dog riders, 2011.Rod ThompsonAudience photo: Rod ThompsonRod Thompson talks about raising awareness of depression on the Black Dog RideRod Thompson talks about raising awareness of depression on the Black Dog RideJulia Harris-23.4445 144.2475Painting the big red tailhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2011/08/25/3302235.htm?source=rss
It's taken three weeks, 20 vertical metres (65 feet) of scaffolding, $60,000, 30 volunteers, 75 litres ($10,000 worth) of paint, more than a case of masking tape, two professional aircraft painters, one full-time project manager and plenty of in-kind support from business and community to re-paint the tail on the Qantas Founders Museum's Boeing 747 aircraft exhibit.
Thu, 25 Aug 2011 16:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201108\3302235.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldArts and Entertainment:Library Museum and Gallery:AllHuman Interest:People:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Air TransportAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Tail after scuffingAt the top of the 747 tail after scuffing and washing.Mike ChukAudience contribution: Mike ChukVolunteers day oneVolunteers from left: Bron Hocking, Tony Martin and Melitta O'Donohue volunteer to help with the scuffing on day one of the project.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia Harris747 - view from the top of the tailView from the top of the scaffolding on the 747 tail.Mike ChukAudience contribution: Mike ChukMasking windowsMasking windowsJulia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisAerial view of scaffoldingAerial view of 747 with scaffolding, ready for the re-painting project.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisVolunteers mask windows and door stripsVolunteers mask windows and door strips ready for painting.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisVolunteers paint the undersideVolunteers, Mel Avery (left) and Kat Scott work on the underside of the plane's tail.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisPaint rollerPaint rollerJulia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisVolunteers painting Volunteers (Savanga (on left) visiting Longreach from the Solomon Islands and Mike Chuk) painting the red bits!Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisVolunteer painters and Rodney SeccombeWide view: Volunteer painters working from the scaffolding. From left: Kat Scott, Rodney Seccombe (Managing Director of the Qantas Foundation Memorial) and Stacey Wilson.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisVolunteer paintersKat Scott (left) and Stacey Wilson (volunteers) hard at work applying red paint to the 747 tail.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisProfessional aircraft paintersProfessional aircraft painters, Timothy Avaline (centre) and Andrew White (right) from Sydney with Rodney Seccombe. They've just finished painting one of the white kangaroos.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisRemoving masking tapeAndrew White (professional aircraft painter) removes masking tape from around the gold stripe.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisAerial viewAerial view of the Boeing-747 exhibit at the Qantas Founders Museum with scaffolding around the tail ready for re-painting.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisRodney Seccombe talks about the massive project to re-paint the QFOM Boeing 747's tailRodney Seccombe talks about the massive project to re-paint the QFOM Boeing 747's tailJulia Harris-23.4445 144.2475Cars, costumes and cameraderiehttp://www.abc.net.au/local/videos/2011/08/10/3290432.htm?source=rss
If you've been out and about in western Queensland over the past few days, there's a big chance you will have seen (or heard) the Variety Bash 2011 as they've travelled through the region.Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:13:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201108\3290432.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllEducation:Educational Resources:AllEducation:Schools:AllHuman Interest:People:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Road TransportAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Variety Bash 2011Variety Bash 2011, enjoy a visit to the Longreach State SchoolJulia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisVariety Bash 2011 - breakfast at the Longreach State SchoolVariety Bash 2011 - breakfast at the Longreach State SchoolJulia Harris-23.4445 144.2475Outback town gears up for race meeting influxhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-08-05/outback-town-gears-up-for-race-meeting-influx/2826084?source=rss
The tiny western Queensland town of Corfield, north-west of Longreach, is preparing to welcome hundreds of visitors for its historic race meeting. Fri, 05 Aug 2011 11:34:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201108\3286285.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllRural:Community Development:AllAustralia:QLD:Corfield 4733Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-21.7000 143.3667Galilee Basin: As mining moves inhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2011/07/13/3268742.htm?source=rss
The communities of Alpha and Jericho were impacted by flooding late in 2010 and although it wasn't as bad as the early nineties, many buildings and businesses were damaged along with regional infrastructure.
Now as the tourist season kicks off and the town gets back on its feet; mining is moving in and it's likely to change the face of these small rural communities forever.Wed, 27 Jul 2011 11:43:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201107\3268742.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllDisasters and Accidents:Floods:AllEnvironment:Mining:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:Mining:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Social Capital:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:CoalAustralia:QLD:Alpha 4724Australia:QLD:Jericho 4728Alpha residents / business peopleAlpha and Jericho residents, from top left: Wayne Rostron - book keeper, Chris Tilse - business owner, Scott Thomas - resident.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisScott Thomas and Jericho main streetScott Thomas Jericho resident and member of the community action group and the new Galilee Basin reference panel.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisChris Tilse, business owner in Alpha, talks about flood recovery and miningChris Tilse, business owner in Alpha, talks about flood recovery and miningJulia Harris-23.6503 146.6387Outback Qld scouts in Sweden for jamboreehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/2011-07-27/outback-qld-scouts-in-sweden-for-jamboree/2811886?source=rss
Scouts from outback Queensland have travelled to Sweden to be with 35,000 others for the World Scout Jamboree. Wed, 27 Jul 2011 07:59:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201107\3278756.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Sweden:All:All-23.4445 144.2475'Just Us': Alpha's old time dance bandhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/videos/2011/07/07/3263405.htm?source=rss
'Just Us' is an old time dance band from Alpha, they first got together about 40 years ago and played traditional dance band music all around the district for debutante balls, shows, rodeos and fancy dress balls, much to the Alpha and district's enjoyment.
Thu, 07 Jul 2011 12:05:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201107\3263405.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldArts and Entertainment:Music:DanceArts and Entertainment:Performance Art:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MusicCommunity and Society:Youth:AllEducation:Schools:Public SchoolsHuman Interest:People:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:History:20th CenturyCommunity and Society:Social Capital:AllAustralia:QLD:Alpha 4724'Just Us' - the band regroups'Just Us' - the band regroupsJulia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisPhil Punch and Peter TilsePhil Punch (left), a professional sound engineer from Sydney and Peter Tilse from Alpha, a sound engineer and talented musician. They're pictured editing the 'Just Us' band music ready for publishing.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisAlpha locals Alpha locals crowd the town hall. They're pictured here enjoying the 'Just Us' concert.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia Harris'Just Us' and the people that brought the group back together'Just Us' and the people that brought the group back together. From left: Robyn Adams (from CICADAS and 'Just Us' project manager), John Elliott (photographer and cultural activist, Pauline Gibb (organist), Phil Punch (sound engineer), George Rogers (drummer), Daphne Tilse (pianist), Peter Tilse (sound engineer and musician) and Alison Mobbs (music teacher).Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisAlpha locals enjoy the community concertAlpha locals enjoy the 'Just Us' community concertJulia HarrisABC Local: Julia Harris'Just Us' painted on George's drum kit'Just Us' painted on George's drum kit brings back memories of times past.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisLocal enjoyLocal enjoy the 'Just Us' concert performance with the Alpha State School students.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisGrand finale- balloons releasedReleasing the balloons... grand finale of the 'Just Us' concert. The Alpha Hall was beautifully decorated for the occasion by students from the Alpha State School.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisJohn Elliott, Chris Tilse and Shelby Howard talk about the 'Just Us' concert and recordingJohn Elliott, Chris Tilse and Shelby Howard talk about the 'Just Us' concert and recordingJulia Harris'Just Us' - Alpha's old time dance band'Just Us' - Alpha's old time dance bandJulia Harris-23.6503 146.6387Living the droving dreamhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/videos/2011/05/27/3229373.htm?source=rss
The Harry Redford Cattle Drive kicked off with the big "Year of the Outback" celebrations in 2002 and such was the success of the event, (despite doubters and drought); it quickly became an award winning annual attraction.
Tue, 31 May 2011 15:20:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201105\3229373.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldHuman Interest:Animals:AllHuman Interest:People:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllRural:Livestock:Beef CattleRural:Pasture:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllAustralia:QLD:Aramac 4726Droving on the Harry Redford Cattle DriveDroving on the Harry Redford Cattle DriveJulia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisThe drovers and visiting tourists talk about their experiences on the Harry Redford Cattle DriveThe drovers and visiting tourists talk about their experiences on the Harry Redford Cattle DriveJulia HarrisSaddling up and riding out with the Harry Redford Cattle DriveSaddling up and riding out with the Harry Redford Cattle DriveJulia Harris-22.9698 145.2438Celebrating 50 yearshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2011/05/10/3212942.htm?source=rss
The Longreach Rotary Club spent the weekend celebrating their 50th anniversary. It was an important milestone for a small country town club and a good enough excuse to host a dinner and to look back and highlight some of the club's achievements.
Thu, 12 May 2011 14:16:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201105\3212942.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Youth:AllHuman Interest:People:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Clubs and Associations:AllRural:Rural Youth:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllCommunity and Society:Social Capital:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Rotary 50th anniversary LongreachCelebrating 50 years of Rotary in LongreachJulia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisBarb Morton awardedLongreach volunteer Barb Morton (front) acknowledged at the Longreach Rotary Club's 50th celebrations with a Paul Harris Fellow. Also pictured (from left): Judith Henderson (District Governor), Eva Janho and Ian Merritt (Longreach Rotarians).Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisYEP family LongreachFrom the archives: Williamson family in Longreach host Isi Meissner from Germany as part of the Rotary Exchange Program.contributed by Allan AbbottLongreach Rotary Club: contributed by Allan AbbottParty time!Runningamuck at the Rotary 50 celebrations in Longreach.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisStan Emslie, Paul Harris FellowLongreach volunteer Stan Emslie (right) acknowledged with a Paul Harris Fellow at the Longreach Rotary Club's 50th celebrations. Pictured with Judith Henderson (District Governor) (left) and Eva Janho.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisLongreach Rotary Club 50th anniversaryGroup photo at the 50th anniversary celebrations: Longreach Rotary Club current and visiting past members with the District Governor, Judith Henderson.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisHonouring 50 yearsHonouring 50 years... a certifcate for the Longreach Club from Rotary InternationalJulia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisLongreach Rotary members and partners (circa 1960s)From the archives: Longreach Rotary contingent to Airlie Beach Home Hill (Highest district attendence) (circa 1960s).contributed by Allan AbbottLongreach Rotary Club: contributed by Allan AbbottRotary Park circa 1989-90From the archives: Longreach Rotary Park shelter circa 1989-90contributed by Allan AbbottLongreach Rotary Club: contributed by Allan AbbottRYAG programFrom the archives: RYAG program. Where school age kids are sponsored to spend a few days at the Longreach Agricultural College to experience rural life / training.contributed by Allan AbbottLongreach Rotary Club: contributed by Allan AbbottGSE JapanFrom the archives: Group Study Exchange (GSE) with Japan in 2002.contributed by Allan AbbottLongreach Rotary Club: contributed by Allan AbbottFrom the archives (2001)From the archives: Longreach Rotary celebrates 40 years with some belly dancing in 2001.contributed by Allan AbbottLongreach Rotary Club: contributed by Allan AbbottLongreach Rotary Club celebrates 50 yearsLongreach Rotary Club celebrates 50 yearsJulia Harris-23.4445 144.2475Callum wins prestigious Scouting Medallionhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2011/03/03/3154388.htm?source=rss
Callum McFadyen has become the first person in Longreach to achieve a prestigious scouting award.
He's been awarded the Scouting Medallion, the highest award that can be achieved as a scout.
Callum is a fifteen year old who's been working towards the medallion for three years and said he was surprised to learn he was the first Longreach scout to achieve the medallion.
Thu, 03 Mar 2011 14:48:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201103\3154388.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Youth:AllHuman Interest:Awards and Prizes:AllRural:Rural Youth:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllCommunity and Society:Social Capital:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Callum McFadyen awarded the Scouting MedallionCallum McFadyen (left) awarded the Scouting Medallion by Longreach Group Leader, John Palmer. He's the first Longreach scout to receive the prestigious award.Michelle McFadyenContributed: Michelle McFadyenCallum McFadyen and John Palmer talk about Callum's Scouting Medallion achievementCallum McFadyen and John Palmer talk about Callum's Scouting Medallion achievementChrissy Arthur-23.4445 144.2475Flying doctor goes on show in outback Qldhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/02/25/3148854.htm?source=rss
The Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) is to develop a new state-wide visitor centre display in Queensland's west.Fri, 25 Feb 2011 11:57:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201102\3148854.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:All:AllHealth:Doctors and Medical Professionals:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:All:AllRural:Community Development:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825RFDS plane flying near Mount IsaFile photo: RFDS plane flying near Mount Isa.unknownRFDS (2006): unknown-23.4445 144.2475Bligh slings mud in flood clean-uphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/01/22/3118990.htm?source=rss
Queensland Premier Anna Bligh has joined the thousands of volunteers out today cleaning up Brisbane and Ipswich.Mon, 24 Jan 2011 07:12:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201101\3118990.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Homelessness:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllDisasters and Accidents:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:Floods:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllCommunity and Society:Missing Person:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Sea TransportAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Anna Bligh cleans up Brisbane courtyardDown and dirty: Ms Bligh wielded a shovel to help clean out one of the courtyards in the complexLisa MartinAAP Image: Lisa MartinBrisbane shipping routes clearedOne of the first steps to economic recovery has been taken in flood-devastated Brisbane with the channels into the shipping port cleared of debris.Kathy McLeish-27.4698 153.024Search for victims goes on as Queensland mops uphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/01/22/3118903.htm?source=rss
There has been no let-up in the effort to find the people missing from the devastating floods in the Lockyer Valley, west of Brisbane.Sat, 22 Jan 2011 15:03:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201101\3118903.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Homelessness:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllDisasters and Accidents:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:Floods:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllCommunity and Society:Missing Person:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Sea TransportAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810About 400 police, defence, SES and fire service personnel are involved in the search, clean-up and recovery.About 400 police, defence, SES and fire service personnel are involved in the search, clean-up and recovery.Damian PawlenkoAustralian Defence Force: Damian PawlenkoBrisbane shipping routes clearedOne of the first steps to economic recovery has been taken in flood-devastated Brisbane with the channels into the shipping port cleared of debris.Kathy McLeish-27.4698 153.024Volunteers wanted for weekend flood clean-uphttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2011/01/22/3118826.htm?source=rss
Volunteers involved in the flood recovery around Brisbane are being encouraged to focus their attention this weekend on the city's parks.Sat, 22 Jan 2011 08:59:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201101\3118826.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TransportCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Homelessness:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllDisasters and Accidents:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:Floods:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllCommunity and Society:Missing Person:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Sea TransportAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810Thousands of people are expected to help with the clean-up in the aftermath of last week&apos;s deluge.Thousands of people are expected to help with the clean-up in the aftermath of last week&apos;s deluge.Sascha RundleABC Local: Sascha RundleBrisbane shipping routes clearedOne of the first steps to economic recovery has been taken in flood-devastated Brisbane with the channels into the shipping port cleared of debris.Kathy McLeish-27.4698 153.024Western Queensland OAMshttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2009/06/09/2593355.htm?source=rss
Three Western Queenslanders have been recognised in this year's Queen's Birthday Honours list.Wed, 22 Dec 2010 16:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201012\2593355.xmlABC Western QueenslandnorthwestwestqldBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismCommunity and Society:All:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:Awards and Prizes:AllHuman Interest:Royal and Imperial Matters:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllAustralia:QLD:Julia Creek 4823Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Winton 4735Medal of the Order of AustraliaMedal of the Order of AustraliaABC ContributedABC Local : ABC ContributedBruce Collins Bruce Collins ABC ContributedABC Local : ABC ContributedLance SmithLance SmithABC ContributedABC Local : ABC ContributedEllen FelsEllen FelsABC ContributedABC Local : ABC ContributedEllen Fels' pony club Ellen Fels' pony club ABC ContributedABC Local : ABC Contributed-23.4445 144.2475Plans underway for stockmen's memorial wallhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/12/02/3082743.htm?source=rss
Planning is underway to build a memorial in central-west Queensland to stockmen and women who have lost their lives in rural industries and to remember others who have contributed to bush life. Thu, 02 Dec 2010 13:25:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201012\3082743.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllRural:All:AllRural:Community Development:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllRural:Rural Women:AllRural:Rural Youth:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730-23.4445 144.2475Body image 'biggest concern of young Australians'http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/11/17/3068352.htm?source=rss
A national survey has found body image is the number one personal concern for those under 25.Wed, 17 Nov 2010 09:40:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201011\3068352.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Adolescent Health:AllHealth:Men's Health:AllHealth:Women's Health:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Men:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810The results show 40 per cent of 20- to 24-year-olds are worried about body image.The results show 40 per cent of 20- to 24-year-olds are worried about body image.AAP Andrew Henshaw : AAP -27.4698 153.024Cunnamulla Fella Festival set for bumper yearhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/11/11/3063189.htm?source=rss
Organisers of the Cunnamulla Fella Festival in south-west Queensland say the excellent season this year should mean more community support. Thu, 11 Nov 2010 12:32:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201011\3063189.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldsouthqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllRural:All:AllRural:Community Development:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Cunnamulla 4490Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350-28.0692 145.6832Aramac celebrates hospital anniversary and welcome rainhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/09/29/3024498.htm?source=rss
Centenary celebrations will go ahead for a small hospital at Aramac in central-west Queensland - despite its closure.Wed, 29 Sep 2010 07:17:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201009\3024498.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldcapricorniaCommunity and Society:All:AllEnvironment:All:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Healthcare Facilities:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:People:AllRural:All:AllRural:Community Development:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllHealth:Health Administration:AllEnvironment:Environmental Impact:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Aramac 4726Australia:QLD:Barcaldine 4725Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700The local hospital auxiliary is organising an event for next month to mark the hospital's 100 years. The local hospital auxiliary is organising an event for next month to mark the hospital's 100 years. Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia Harris-22.9698 145.2438Ghost town cemetery revisitedhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/photos/2010/09/28/3024219.htm?source=rss
A century-old cemetery in a ghost town just south of Longreach has been rededicated at a ceremony attended by more than 100 people. The Longreach archival group has researched the history, obtained funding to repair graves and produce some signage about the people and the place that was once Arrilalah.Tue, 28 Sep 2010 17:58:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201009\3024219.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Death:AllCommunity and Society:Population and Demographics:AllHuman Interest:People:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:History:19th CenturyCommunity and Society:History:20th CenturyAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Graves in the Arrilalah cemetery - 2008Just a single headstone remaining in the Arrilalah cemetery - taken May 2008.unknownLongreach archival and historical research group: unknownRev Jeanette Gillam performs the rededication ceremonyRev Jeanette Gillam performs the rededication ceremony for the Arrilalah cemetery.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisA new memorial plaque for the Grant childrenDescendents of the Grant family provide a new memorial plaque for the Grant children buried at the Arrilalah cemetery.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisKay Searles, Marie Forrest and Kaye Kuhn from the Longreach archival groupKay Searles, Marie Forrest and Kaye Kuhn from the Longreach archival group pictured at the Arrilalah cemetery rededication ceremony.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisBurial records - Arrialalah cemetery 1892 to 1919Burial records - Arrialalah cemetery. Longreach archival group have found records of 40 burials from 1892 to 1919.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisSymbolic reminders of the 40 people buried in the Arrilalah cemeterySymbolic reminders of the 40 people buried in the Arrilalah cemetery - these were brought along to the rededication ceremony in Longreach.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisInspector Mike Curtin and Lisa JonesInspector Mike Curtin (Longreach Police) and Lisa Jones (Curator, Queensland Police Museum) at the rededication of the Arrilalah cemetery. Pictured with a new plaque for one of the police graves.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisA new headstone for James Stephen LeydenA new headstone for James Stephen Leyden, a police officer buried at the Arrilalah cemetery in 1903.Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisA crowd of people enjoy the memories of the town that was ArrilalahA crowd of over 100 people turned out for the rededication of the Arrilalah cemetery and to share their memories of the people who once lived there (now a ghost town).Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisHistoric photo: Emily Gordon's Imperial HotelHistoric photo: Emily Gordon's Imperial Hotel, Arrilalah (early 1900s?)unknownLongreach archival and historical research group: unknownKay Searles, Joyce Rogers and Lisa Jones remember Arrilalah- the town, the people, the cemeteryKay Searles, Joyce Rogers and Lisa Jones remember Arrilalah- the town, the people, the cemetery.Julia Harris-23.4445 144.2475Mount Isa fights against negative imagehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/09/27/3022356.htm?source=rss
A former Queensland Government minister, Tony McGrady, says negative publicity is putting investment in Mount Isa at risk.Mon, 27 Sep 2010 06:37:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201009\3022356.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:TourismCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Population and Demographics:AllCommunity and Society:Urban Development and Planning:AllEducation:All:AllEducation:Community Education:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllRural:All:AllRural:Community Development:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllHealth:Diseases and Disorders:Diseases and DisordersLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:Travel Health and SafetyAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Reports about lead poisoning are threatening Mount Isa's economy, tourism industry and deterring people from moving to the city.Reports about lead poisoning are threatening Mount Isa's economy, tourism industry and deterring people from moving to the cityJulia HarrisABC Local: Julia Harris-20.7287 139.4897Outback town gathers for yabby raceshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/09/01/2999043.htm?source=rss
Hundreds are expected at an outback Queensland town for its International Yabby Races.Wed, 01 Sep 2010 07:27:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201009\2999043.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:Offbeat:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllRural:All:AllRural:Rural Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllEvent:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Windorah 4481-25.4234 142.6554Yachties hopeful for rare Lake Eyre sailinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/08/10/2978703.htm?source=rss
Yachties are keeping a close eye on Lake Eyre in South Australia's far north to see whether they can sail on it. Tue, 10 Aug 2010 11:45:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201008\2978703.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthandwestEnvironment:All:AllLifestyle and Leisure:All:AllEnvironment:Rivers:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllEnvironment:Water:AllCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Birdsville 4482Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:SA:AllAustralia:SA:Port Augusta 5700Australia:SA:Woomera 5720-23.4445 144.2475Indigenous kids in care rate 'alarming'http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/08/04/2972749.htm?source=rss
Politicians, Aboriginal leaders and child protection groups will highlight the over-representation of Indigenous children in care to mark National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Children's Day.Wed, 04 Aug 2010 07:41:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201008\2972749.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:Child CareCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllCommunity and Society:Welfare:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllRural:All:AllRural:Community Development:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllGovernment and Politics:Indigenous Policy:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810-16.9245 145.7652Long-time shearer wins outback competitionhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/07/12/2950658.htm?source=rss
An unlikely winner won a prestigious sheep shearing competition in western Queensland on the weekend.Mon, 12 Jul 2010 08:00:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201007\2950658.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:All:AllHuman Interest:All:AllHuman Interest:Awards and Prizes:AllRural:All:AllRural:Livestock:AllRural:Livestock:Sheep ProductionCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Community and Multicultural Festivals:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730-23.4445 144.2475Community centre lays fake grass to save waterhttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/06/24/2935618.htm?source=rss
An outback Queensland town has laid artificial grass around its new $2 million community centre so it does not have to worry about lack of water. Thu, 24 Jun 2010 09:01:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201006\2935618.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:All:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllEnvironment:Water Management:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Windorah 4481-25.4234 142.6554Social worker pleads for Indigenous detox centrehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/06/07/2919926.htm?source=rss
A social worker in Mount Isa says the city desperately needs a detoxification centre to cater for the large number of Indigenous people struggling with drug and alcohol addiction.Mon, 07 Jun 2010 09:50:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201006\2919926.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:Drugs and Substance Abuse:AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllHealth:Healthcare Facilities:AllHealth:Drug Use:AlcoholCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-20.7287 139.4897Government should 'take back control of power prices'http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/05/07/2893533.htm?source=rss
John-Paul Langbroek says Energy Minister Stephen Robertson should take back control of electricity prices.Fri, 07 May 2010 18:40:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201005\2893533.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Electricity Energy and UtilitiesBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regulation:AllCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Welfare:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Privatisation and Deregulation:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810The AER says the increase will take effect from July. The AER says the increase will take effect from July.
ABC News: -27.4698 153.024Regulator approves 9pc electricity bill risehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/05/07/2892732.htm?source=rss
The Australian Energy Regulator has allowed a 9pc rise in average electricity bills this financial year.Fri, 07 May 2010 07:40:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201005\2892732.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:Electricity Energy and UtilitiesBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regulation:AllCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Charities and Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Welfare:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Privatisation and Deregulation:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllGovernment and Politics:Activism and Lobbying:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810The AER says the increase will take effect from July. The AER says the increase will take effect from July.
ABC News: -27.4698 153.024Shire nabs over 300 wild dogshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/05/05/2890540.htm?source=rss
Biosecurity Queensland says more than 300 wild dogs have been trapped in one south-west Queensland shire in the past few months. Wed, 05 May 2010 08:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201005\2890540.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestsouthqldHuman Interest:Animals:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllEnvironment:Pests:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350-26.407 146.2416Outback forum considers development issueshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/05/05/2890537.htm?source=rss
A forum to discuss mining, agriculture and Indigenous issues begins in Normanton in Queensland's Gulf country today. Wed, 05 May 2010 08:27:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201005\2890537.xmlABC Western QueenslandfarnorthwestqldnorthwestBusiness, Economics and Finance:Industry:MiningBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllCommunity and Society:Indigenous (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander):AllEnvironment:Conservation:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllEnvironment:Rivers:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Normanton 4890Australia:QLD:Richmond 4822-17.6733 141.0761Drovers share outback memorieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/05/04/2889489.htm?source=rss
The memories of some of the nation's oldest drovers have been recorded during a reunion in outback Queensland. Tue, 04 May 2010 08:27:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201005\2889489.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:History:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:History:20th CenturyEvent:All:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-23.4445 144.2475Goat race attracts record entrieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/05/03/2888563.htm?source=rss
The nation's richest goat race meeting in outback Queensland's Barcaldine today has attracted record nominations from across the state. Mon, 03 May 2010 10:09:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201005\2888563.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestRural:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllEvent:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Barcaldine 4725Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-23.5545 145.2843Sharing places: Taiwan visits Queensland and vice versahttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2010/04/30/2886881.htm?source=rss
A number of Rotary Clubs across central Queensland are hosting a group of Taiwanese professionals over the next few weeks. The group started their visit to Queensland in Longreach over the Anzac weekend, where they experienced a taste of the outback.
Fri, 30 Apr 2010 13:03:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201004\2886881.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldHuman Interest:People:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730The Rotary International GSE team from TaiwanThe Rotary International GSE team from Taiwan, pictured at the Qantas Founders Museum, Longreach. From left: Robin Liaw, Indi Chen, Lyric Tsai, Steven (Su-Wen) Chiu (Team Leader), Lorraine Lin and Roddy Ross (Longreach Rotary Club, President).Julia HarrisABC Local: Julia HarrisGSE team from Taiwan, on their visit to Longreach, QueenslandGSE team from Taiwan, on their visit to Longreach, QueenslandJulia Harris-23.4445 144.2475Desert Channels considers prioritieshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/04/21/2878766.htm?source=rss
Natural resource management group Desert Channels Queensland (DCQ) begins a month-long series of meetings this week to look at future priorities for the central and western Queensland region.Wed, 21 Apr 2010 11:34:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201004\2878766.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestRural:Pest Management:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-23.4445 144.2475Artists net London showinghttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/04/06/2864875.htm?source=rss
A program that makes artwork from discarded fishing nets found in northern Australia is about to go international.Tue, 06 Apr 2010 09:18:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201004\2864875.xmlABC Western QueenslandfarnorthwestqldnorthwestArts and Entertainment:All:AllArts and Entertainment:Visual Art:AllCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Karumba 4891Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Normanton 4890-17.4903 140.837Flooding prompt call for second leveehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/03/11/2842561.htm?source=rss
A group has been formed in Charleville to push for another levee after last week's record flooding in Bradley's Gully.Thu, 11 Mar 2010 08:48:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201003\2842561.xmlABC Western QueenslandsouthqldwestqldnorthwestCommunity and Society:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Planning:AllDisasters and Accidents:Floods:AllEnvironment:All:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllEnvironment:Rivers:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825The Charleville Levee Bank Reconstruction Group says the levee on the Warrego River should be upgraded so that it covers the gully.The Charleville Levee Bank Reconstruction Group says the levee on the Warrego River should be upgraded so that it covers the gully.Emile SeilerUser submitted: Emile Seiler-26.407 146.2416Govt changes charges for blue, yellow cardshttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/03/05/2837637.htm?source=rss
The Queensland Government says changes to fees for clearance to work with children and the disabled will not leave organisations worse off.Fri, 05 Mar 2010 12:40:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201003\2837637.xmlABC Western QueenslandbrisbanewidebayfarnorthcapricorniawestqldtropicsunshinenorthwestgoldcoastsouthqldnorthqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:AllGovernment and Politics:All:AllGovernment and Politics:States and Territories:AllHealth:All:AllHealth:Disabilities:AllCommunity and Society:Family and Children:ChildrenCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:All:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Brisbane 4000Australia:QLD:Bundaberg Dc 4670Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gladstone 4680Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mackay 4740Australia:QLD:Maroochydore 4558Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Rockhampton 4700Australia:QLD:Southport 4215Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350Australia:QLD:Townsville 4810-27.4698 153.024QRWN - a virtual spider's webhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/audio/2010/02/24/2829337.htm?source=rss
The Queensland Rural Women's Network (QRWN) is an internet focussed group creating a virtual spider's web to link women together, right across state.Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:06:00 +1000\xmlcontent\201002\2829337.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldRural:Rural Women:AllCommunity and Society:Leadership:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Women:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllAustralia:QLD:Charleville 4470QRWN - computer workshopQRWN - computer workshopunknownQueensland Rural Women's Network: unknownWendy Agar talks about the QRWN plans for 2010Wendy Agar talks about the QRWN plans for 2010Tom Harwood-26.407 146.2416Marine rescue service 'on life support'http://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2010/02/22/2826230.htm?source=rss
A Volunteer Marine Rescue (VMR) service in north-west Queensland's Gulf country says lives are at risk because of inadequate funding from the State Government.Mon, 22 Feb 2010 09:23:00 +1100\xmlcontent\201002\2826230.xmlABC Western QueenslandnorthwestfarnorthwestqldCommunity and Society:All:AllDisasters and Accidents:Emergency Planning:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Burketown 4830Australia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Gununa 4871Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-16.6498 139.1697New scheme targets rural skills shortagehttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2009/12/22/2778243.htm?source=rss
More than 500 young professionals have registered to be part of a new initiative aimed at reversing the skills shortage in rural areas.Tue, 22 Dec 2009 10:16:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200912\2778243.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldnorthwestsouthqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Careers:AllCommunity and Society:Youth:AllEducation:All:AllEducation:University and Further Education:AllRural:All:AllRural:Rural Youth:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Work:AllAustralia:QLD:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825Australia:QLD:Toowoomba 4350-23.4445 144.2475Survey to gauge business chamber supporthttp://www.abc.net.au/news/stories/2009/12/16/2773531.htm?source=rss
Business owners in the Gulf of Carpentaria are considering a virtual network to help industries in the region.Wed, 16 Dec 2009 14:00:00 +1100\xmlcontent\200912\2773531.xmlABC Western QueenslandfarnorthwestqldnorthwestBusiness, Economics and Finance:All:AllBusiness, Economics and Finance:Regional Development:AllCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Cairns 4870Australia:QLD:Karumba 4891Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Australia:QLD:Mount Isa 4825-17.4903 140.837Grey nomads: an 'untapped resource'http://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2009/06/27/2610333.htm?source=rss
Senior tourists are being put to work on community projects at Barcaldine.Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:38:00 +1000\xmlcontent\200907\2610333.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:Aged Care:AllHuman Interest:All:AllLifestyle and Leisure:Travel and Tourism:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllCommunity and Society:Volunteers:AllAustralia:QLD:Barcaldine 4725Australia:QLD:Longreach 4730Volunteers complete a raised garden bed for wheelchair bound patients at Barcaldine Hospital Volunteers complete a raised garden bed for wheelchair bound patients at Barcaldine Hospital (Jack Kennedy, Raymond Ardler, Cedric Radford, Ge'za Elek and, and Walter Frank)
Candice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall Volunteers complete a raised garden bed for wheelchair bound patients at Barcaldine HospitalVolunteers complete a raised garden bed for wheelchair bound patients at Barcaldine HospitalCandice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall Volunteers receive certificates of appreciationVolunteers receive certificates of appreciation for building a raised garden bed for wheelchair bound patients at Barcaldine Hospital. (Jack Kennedy, Raymond Ardler, Cedric Radford, Ge'za Elek and, and Walter Frank)Candice MarshallABC Western Queensland: Candice MarshallBarcaldine's Radio TheatreBarcaldine's Radio TheatreCandice MarshallABC Western Queensland: Candice MarshallOld canvas seats to be restored at Barcaldine's Radio Theatre. Old canvas seats to be restored at Barcaldine's Radio Theatre. These are the original seats from the theatre's opening in 1920 Candice MarshallABC Western Queensland: Candice MarshallFreshly painted seat frames at Barcaldine's Radio TheatreFreshly painted seat frames at Barcaldine's Radio TheatreCandice MarshallABC Western Queensland: Candice MarshallVolunteers Janine Stewart and Val McIntosh restore seats at Barcaldine's Radio Theatre Volunteers Janine Stewart and Val McIntosh restore seats at Barcaldine's Radio Theatre Candice MarshallABC Western Queensland: Candice MarshallVolunteer Janine Stewart restores seats at Barcaldine's Radio TheatreVolunteer Janine Stewart restores seats at Barcaldine's Radio TheatreCandice MarshallABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall-23.5545 145.2843Protesters want Longreach council sackedhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2009/05/29/2584635.htm?source=rss
Demonstrators are furious over council's decision to phase out the town's bore water system.Mon, 01 Jun 2009 13:30:00 +1000\xmlcontent\200906\2584635.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldCommunity and Society:All:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:Regional:AllAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Longreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyLongreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyCandice MarshallABC Western Queensland: Candice MarshallLongreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyLongreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyCandice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall Longreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyLongreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyCandice MarshallABC Western Queensland: Candice MarshallLongreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyLongreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyCandice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall Longreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyLongreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyCandice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall A Longreach local signs a petition to sack the Longreach Regional CouncilA Longreach local signs a petition to sack the Longreach Regional CouncilCandice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall A Longreach local signs a petition to sack the Longreach Regional CouncilA Longreach local signs a petition to sack the Longreach Regional CouncilCandice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall A petition to sack the Longreach Regional Council A petition to sack the Longreach Regional Council Candice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall Longreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyLongreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyCandice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall Longreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyLongreach residents protest against council's decision to phase out the town's bore water supplyCandice Marshall ABC Western Queensland: Candice Marshall Listen to the protesters Listen to the protesters Candice Marshall -23.4445 144.2475A grave situationhttp://www.abc.net.au/local/stories/2009/02/20/2497325.htm?source=rss
Well, it is a grave situation, but not too grave, in fact next time you visit a cemetery in the Barcoo Shire, you may be agreeably surprised.
Thu, 26 Mar 2009 15:45:00 +1000\xmlcontent\200903\2497325.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldGovernment and Politics:Local Government:AllRural:Community Development:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllAustralia:QLD:Jundah 4736Australia:QLD:Windorah 4481Australia:QLD:Stonehenge 4730Windorah cemetery's new shade shelterWindorah cemetery's new shade shelter.Jeannie ReynoldsAudience contribution: Jeannie ReynoldsNew fence and shade shelter at the Stonehenge cemeteryNew fence and shade shelter at the Stonehenge cemetery.Ishta BaldryAudience contribution: Ishta BaldryNew fence and front gate at the Windorah cemeteryNew fence and front gate at the Windorah cemeteryJeannie ReynoldsAudience contribution: Jeannie Reynolds-25.4234 142.6554A firey competitionhttp://www.abc.net.au/westqld/stories/s2104321.htm?source=rss
It's a 70 year team-building tradition for the Longreach Fire Brigade. Each November over two evenings the 'firies' bring out their 1930s Dennis fire engine and race to beat the clock and each other in the 'Fire Trials'.
Wed, 28 Nov 2007 17:14:00 +1000\xmlcontent\200711\2104321.xmlABC Western QueenslandwestqldHuman Interest:People:AllCommunity and Society:Community Organisations:AllCommunity and Society:History:20th CenturyAustralia:QLD:Longreach 4730Ranald receives his trophyRanald Ravenscroft (left) winner of the blue-ribbon individual event - receives his trophy from Leigh Cronin. He won the event in a time of 18.5 seconds.Julia HarrisABC: Julia HarrisThe winners of the team trialBettina Wood, Rodney Tanks and John Searles taking out the dry team run (300 feet of hose in two lines with collecting breach). Their winning time was 53.47 seconds.Julia HarrisABC: Julia HarrisFiries in action - team of threeFiries in action - team of three.Julia HarrisABC: Julia HarrisKids enjoy a soakingKids enjoy a soaking in the street. It's part of the tradition.Julia HarrisABC: Julia HarrisCaptain Allan Dickson in the team eventCaptain Allan Dickson grabs the hose and sprints down the street in the team event.Julia HarrisABC: Julia HarrisFiries competing in LongreachLongreach Firies competing - each year they bring out the old 1930s 'Dennis' fire engine, along with all the old fire fighting equipment for the traditional fire brigade social club trials.Julia HarrisABC: Julia HarrisFirst women's pairs teamLeonie Lyons (left) and Bettina Wood make history as the first women's pairs team in the Longreach Fire Brigade Trials.Julia HarrisABC: Julia HarrisThe 1930s 'Dennis' in actionThe 1930s 'Dennis' fire engine speeds along the street in the teams competition.Julia HarrisABC: Julia HarrisTim Rayner in the individual eventTim Rayner in the individual event.Julia HarrisABC: Julia HarrisLeonie Lyons competing in the fire brigade trialsLeonie Lyons putting all the old equipment together in the Firies competition. This is her first year at the trials and she's just one of three women competing.Julia HarrisABC: Julia Harris-23.4445 144.2475